POLITICS
President Paudel authenticates ‘Alternative Development Finance Mobilization Bill, 2083'
President Paudel authenticates ‘Alternative Development Fina...
The President authenticated the Bill in accordance with Article 113 (b) of the Constitution, according to the President's Office.
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Youth leaders gather in Kathmandu to strengthen democratic advocacy
Youth leaders gather in Kathmandu to strengthen democratic a...
Participants attended sessions on Nepal's parliamentary system, public policy formulation and advocacy strategies designed to improve engagement with elected representatives. The programme also featured group discussions and networking activities to foster collaboration among young people working on...
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
APF sets up disaster response units at 54 locations
APF sets up disaster response units at 54 locations
They have created temporary shelters at identified disaster sites, which can take time to mobilize for rescue efforts. Specifically, there are six temporary stations in Koshi province, 11 in Madhes, 16 in Bagmati, four in Gandaki, seven in Lumbini, two in Karnali, and eight in Sudurpaschim province....
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
South Asia unites to accelerate action on ending violence against children
South Asia unites to accelerate action on ending violence ag...
The conference brought together ministers, senior government officials, child protection leaders, development partners, and regional experts from across South Asia to strengthen regional commitment and accelerate collective action to end violence against children in all its forms.
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt plans traffic fines of up to Rs 50,000 under proposed transport law
Govt plans traffic fines of up to Rs 50,000 under proposed t...
According to the draft Vehicle and Transport Management Bill, public passenger vehicles found carrying more passengers than their approved seat capacity will face fines based on route category. Operators on long-distance routes could be fined Rs 20,000, those on medium-distance routes Rs 10,000, and...
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Anti-rabies vaccine supply adequate: Health Ministry
Anti-rabies vaccine supply adequate: Health Ministry
Ministry's Joint-Spokesperson Dr Samir Kumar Adhikari said that there are currently 10,011 vials of anti-rabies vaccine in stock at central, provincial and district-level hospitals.
Jun 25, 2026
ECONOMY
Birgunj customs collects Rs 221.78 billion in revenue in first 11 months of FY 2025/26
Birgunj customs collects Rs 221.78 billion in revenue in fir...
The office had set a revenue collection target of Rs 249.19 billion for the review period but achieved 89 percent of the target.
Jun 25, 2026
WORLD
Iran warns against Hormuz crossings without authorisation
Iran warns against Hormuz crossings without authorisation
The future of the strait, a vital route for energy shipments that was locked down by Iran during the war, is a key sticking point in negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
Jun 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Quick results, bitter fallout: Govt forms review committee after minister’s rush to publis...
Quick results, bitter fallout: Govt forms review committee a...
The government has formed a committee to review the grading of answer sheets and data entry processes related to the recently published Grade XII examination results under the National Examination Board (NEB).
Jun 25, 2026
POLITICS
SC declines immediate release of UML Vice-Chair Paudel, issues show-cause order
SC declines immediate release of UML Vice-Chair Paudel, issu...
The Supreme Court (SC) has refused to order the immediate release of CPN-UML Vice-Chair and former finance minister Bishnu Paudel, who is currently in custody in connection with a money laundering investigation.
Jun 25, 2026